Colnago C68 Frameset

Colnago C68 Frameset

$9,300.00

Due to the customizable nature of our bikes and the importance of an in-store fitting, we do not offer delivery for our bikes. However, if you are unable to come to the store in person, we are happy to set up a phone consultation or send you a fit/sizing form to help you find the right bike with the right contact points. If you are interested in having the bike delivered, please let us know and we will try to find a solution. Additionally, we may have other models in stock that are not listed on our web store, and we can also special order different sizes and colors when available. If you don't see what you're looking for on the web store, please reach out to us and we'll do our best to help. Please note that the images on the web store are for color reference only.

Colnago was the first bicycle company to be ISO 9001 certified which is an all-encompassing certification of quality control on items from Mercedes to Sony. The C64 is the Flagship model for Colnago and is still made in Italy. 14 sizes, 2 geometries, plus custom paint options. This is the frame that everyone else is trying to measure up to.

My favorite Ernesto story goes like this: “When we built the C40 we were the only ones to build carbon frames and all the mechanics and competitor technicians were saying that they would be too dangerous to use on cobbled roads, especially with the straight carbon forks. There was a company that wanted to fit suspension forks on the bicycle, but I wasn’t going to have suspension forks on the C40. The night before Paris-Roubaix, I had Mr. Squinzi, the Mapei boss, on the phone to me raising his concerns about using such a delicate-looking thing. I told him that we’d done all of the tests that we could on the frame and the fork, and we were certain there would be no problem. I had to take personal responsibility for what was going to happen, and I spent all night worrying about it, barely able to sleep. But when I heard that there were 4 Mapei riders in the break, I knew I could relax.”

The C40 went on to win 5 editions of Paris-Roubaix in 6 years. For you newer fan’s of the sport, you have seen Team UAE and Tadej Pogačar win the last 2 editions of the TDF and countless other races aboard his trusty Colnago. Built up with Campagnolo of course.Colnago again will be under him as he takes on the 2022 season with a beefed up support squad.

We have been a Colnago dealer for over 16 years and remain today as Edmonton’s exclusive stockist. You can rest assured we know the brand and it’s offerings.

Check out some stunning Colnago builds in our gallery, or visit them here to learn even more.

The C68 frameset includes the frame, seatpost, fork.

FORK

The fork changes from the previous TFS 'D' shape with the complex internal rib and the full length bonded metal thread bolt for a much simpler, elegant and lighter round 1"1/8 tube.
To run the brake housing inside we have adopted a special patented eccentric headset system, without having to use the larger cumbersome and heavy 1.5" bearing.

FROM LUGS TO PARTS

The number of parts that complete the frame is the same as with the previous C series (C64).
Even though from an aesthetics point of view, its lines and styling may be more similar to that of a frame manufactured in one piece.
There are still some visible joints on the C68 to trace back to our root, while other joints would appear invisible due to the new streamlined design.

HEADTUBE

The new split headtube is now stronger, lighter and more customizable than ever.
The new layout allows stack and reach variations, along with improved stiffness for an enhanced riding experience.

INTEGRATED MULTITOOL

Returning to a round steerer tube allows us to put a touch of "we ride too" into the bike.
Everyone needs, at some point, a multitool to face every small adjustment that may be required during an epic or not so epic ride (like a flat tire).
So we integrated that tool into the headset top cap.
Rotate and pull, that's it.

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